College of Western Idaho nursing

Nampa, Idaho · Public. LPN/LVN, Associate's · first-time NCLEX 100% / 100% · ACEN accredited.

LPN/LVNAssociate'sPractical nursing NCLEX 100%RN, associate degree NCLEX 100%

State board approval and NCLEX

ProgramCampusFirst-time NCLEX pass rate
Practical nursing
Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN)
Nampa100% (2025, 12 first-time takers)
Board source
RN, associate degree
Associate of Science in Nursing (RN)
Nampa100% (2025, 52 first-time takers)
Board source

The Idaho board’s table lists these programs without printing an approval status.

Nursing awards

Program (CIP)Award levelCompletions, 2023-24
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 51.3801Associate's degree46
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training 51.3901Certificate of 1 to 2 years20

Source: IPEDS Completions, first majors only.

Accreditation

AccreditorProgramNext review
ACENAssociate
Accredited
Spring 2026
ACENPractical
Accredited
Spring 2030

From College of Western Idaho’s nursing pages

Accreditation

“Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), the program assures you will be taught by faculty with advanced education and experience.”

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State board approval

“The Registered Nursing program is approved by the Idaho State Board of Nursing .”

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Simulation

“Hands-On Training: Gain practical experience in skills labs, simulation labs, and clinical settings, honing your nursing abilities.”

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Clinical placements

“Clinical Rotations: Clinical rotations may will vary between shifts and include weekends.”

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